Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our award-winning Allied Health Professional (AHP) Service as a Senior Occupational Therapist, supporting Adult Mental Health Services across Portsmouth.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across community mental health services and the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHT), delivering specialist occupational therapy interventions to adults experiencing significant mental health difficulties. You will play a key role in promoting recovery, independence, and meaningful participation in daily life through evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention.

As part of a friendly, supportive, and highly regarded Occupational Therapy-led service, you will work alongside experienced Occupational Therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues who are passionate about delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care.

The Occupational Therapy service forms part of our award-winning AHP Service, providing specialist mental health occupational therapy across Portsmouth. The team delivers a range of interventions, including individual therapeutic work, group programmes, and the evidence-based and award-winning Occupation Matters Programme.

Our service is recognised for its innovative approach to enabling people to engage in meaningful occupations, improve wellbeing, and develop the skills needed to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Main duties of the job

As the Occupational Therapy lead within the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team, you will act as the primary point of contact for occupational therapy expertise and referrals.

Your responsibilities will include:

*Attending and contributing to weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, providing specialist occupational perspectives for individuals with complex presentations where traditional medical or psychological interventions have been less effective.

*Completing comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and developing person-centred intervention plans.

*Managing a caseload of individuals requiring specialist occupational therapy intervention during periods of crisis and recovery.

*Delivering urgent occupational therapy assessments to support safe and effective home treatment.

*Supporting individuals to develop meaningful routines, improve occupational engagement, and reduce social isolation.

*Assessing functional abilities and independent living skills within home environments.

At present, the Trust is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

*Subject to job matching*

East Cheshire NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for qualified Pharmacy Technicians to join our innovative and patient-focused hospital pharmacy team. We welcome applications from both newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians looking to develop their hospital pharmacy career and experienced Pharmacy Technicians who already meet the requirements for appointment at Band 5 level.

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who wish to expand their clinical and technical skills within a supportive and progressive pharmacy department.

This is a developmental Band 4 to Band 5 progression post. Candidates appointed at Band 4 will undertake a comprehensive training and competency programme designed to provide the knowledge, skills and experience required to progress to Band 5. The length of this development period will depend upon an individual's existing qualifications, experience and competency level. We offer excellent in-house training, educational support and development opportunities to help staff achieve their full potential.

Applicants who already possess the required qualifications, competencies and experience for the Band 5 role are encouraged to apply and may be appointed directly at Band 5 following assessment at interview.

Full and part-time hours available.Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

You must be a qualified Pharmacy Technician with a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or recognised equivalent) and hold current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). An Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. Qualifications and experience will be assessed on appointment, with additional training provided where required to achieve the necessary competencies.Your duties will include dispensary services, patient counselling, accuracy checking and ward based medicines optimisation. This will include the safe and effective provision of medication and working as part of a team coordinating the supply of discharge medications on the wards. You will also support the training and development of a range of staff including Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective provision of patient care. You must possess excellent communication and organisational skills in order to provide efficient and safe pharmacy services for patients.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will:

• Rotate between dispensary and ward-based services.
• Be responsible for the supply of medication to patients.
• Complete Medicines reconciliation for our newly admitted patients.
• Provide medicines management support to wards.
• Provide counselling and advice on medications to patients.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires anEnhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year (subject to job matching)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-26-8242054

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this roles eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust. Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this roles eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Successfully completed BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical council UK (GPhC)

Desirable

• Accuracy checking BTEC Level 4 qualification or equivalent.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work in busy and changing environments.
• IT skills

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the trust values & objectives.

Experience

Essential

• Pharmacy experience

Desirable

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Post qualification experience as a registered technician.
• Accuracy checking experience.

Specific Job Requirment

Essential

• Able to work weekends, lates and bank holidays on a rota basis.

Desirable

• Ability to meet travel requirements

Further Information

Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other Role Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Successfully completed BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences Registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical council UK (GPhC) Desirable Accuracy checking BTEC Level 4 qualification or equivalent. Knowledge & Skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Self-motivated Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to work in busy and changing environments. IT skills Desirable Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the trust values & objectives. Experience Essential Pharmacy experience Desirable Hospital pharmacy experience Post qualification experience as a registered technician. Accuracy checking experience. Specific Job Requirment Essential Able to work weekends, lates and bank holidays on a rota basis. Desirable Ability to meet travel requirements Further Information Essential Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is a great opportunity for a newly qualified or suitably experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated Stroke and Neurology Team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (DBTH). The post holder will work within a high performing MDT across and be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary providing assessment and therapy for existing stroke and neurological inpatients.

The Therapy team on the HASU/ASU has already been recognised for delivering high quality care to patients. The post holder will be crucial in providing timely assessment and intensive rehabilitation during the acute recovery from stroke.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be offered the chance to gain experience in:

Acute Stroke Service at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

There may be the opportunity to also gain experience working in the Inpatient Rehabilitation stroke unit at Mexborough Montagu.

The successful post holder will be part of a positive and proactive integrated therapy team providing specialist assessments and rehabilitation for patients with acquired communication impairments and dysphagia. They will be supported to develop competencies is dysphagia management as required.

Depending on the experience, skills and competencies the successful applicant may contribute to the delivery of 7 day services on HASU. There is full senior support and a structured supervision process. A flexible and pro-active approach is essential for this post, as are excellent communication and team working skills.

This post would ideally suit someone who would like the opportunity to:

Gain experience in stroke and neurologyProvide assessment and intensive therapy to stroke patients with complex communication difficulties.Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary teams, sharing and contributing to team meetings and updating others of own workGain standardised competencies in dysphagia management and develop dysphagia skills in an acute and rehabilitation setting.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-8301074

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Member of the Healthcare Professions Council
• Professional specific degree i.e. BSC speech sciences or Masters in medical sciences
• Certificate to practise

Desirable

• Post basic Dysphagia Training
• Training in neurological Conditions
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within adult Stroke and acquired neurological communication disorders as a student or qualified Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group

Desirable

• Experience working with neurological dysphagia.

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships
• Strong commitment to personal development
• Able to work as a member of multidisciplinary and Speech and Language Therapy Teams
• Flexibility in approach to working
• Well motivated with a positive attitude to developing the service
• Strong commitment to personal development
• Demonstrate core values of Trust ' We care'
• Good organisational skills and excellent time management.
• Ability to work flexibly and prioritise under extreme acute inpatient pressures to ensure duty of care.
• Availably to work over a 6 day week Sunday to Friday.

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Member of the Healthcare Professions Council Professional specific degree i.e. BSC speech sciences or Masters in medical sciences Certificate to practise Desirable Post basic Dysphagia Training Training in neurological Conditions Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working within adult Stroke and acquired neurological communication disorders as a student or qualified Speech and Language Therapist. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group Desirable Experience working with neurological dysphagia. Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop excellent working relationships Strong commitment to personal development Able to work as a member of multidisciplinary and Speech and Language Therapy Teams Flexibility in approach to working Well motivated with a positive attitude to developing the service Strong commitment to personal development Demonstrate core values of Trust ' We care' Good organisational skills and excellent time management. Ability to work flexibly and prioritise under extreme acute inpatient pressures to ensure duty of care. Availably to work over a 6 day week Sunday to Friday.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

As a Senior Carer at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Main duties of the job

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. Youll be a real influence on the rest of the care team. And, whether youre showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a residents family on the phone, youll do so with a sense of kindness above anything else.

About us

At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve.

Job summary

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in healthcare? Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking for a fresh challenge, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Why Join Us?

• Earn while you learn: Gain a nationally recognisedNVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
• No experience? No problem!We welcome applicants with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Be part of something bigger: Help deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate care to patients across our hospital sites.

What We're Looking For:

• Essential qualifications: GCSEs inMaths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above)or equivalent (proof required).
• A positive attitude: Enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible team players.
• A commitment to care: Interest in pharmacy services and a desire to support patient wellbeing.

What You'll Do:

• Dispense and issue medicines, including controlled drugs and unlicensed products.
• Support ward stock top-ups and emergency orders.
• Handle deliveries, stock rotation, and automated dispensing systems.
• Work across multiple hospital sites as part of a dynamic and supportive team.

Where You'll Work:

Primarily based at theRoyal Liverpool Hospital, with rotation across other Trust sites. Travel flexibility is essential.

What You'll Get:

• Full training and development support.
• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Opportunities to grow within the NHS.
• Access to staff wellbeing services and flexible working arrangements.

Main duties of the job

Working within a busy department you will need good communication skills to work with your team and service users. You must be able to present yourself in a professional manner and work to our trust values.

Accuracy and attention to detail is essential as you will be involved in the supply of medicines. You will need to be able to prioritise and adapt to the needs of the service thought the day. To ensure as a member of the pharmacy department you deliver a cost effective and high quality service.

If you do not already have a Level 2 Pharmacy qualification, you will be needed to complete this training as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council.

You will be required to participate in weekend, late night and bank holiday rotas.

These posts will rotate between Royal hospital site and Grain Industrial Estate.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the required skill level.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-DTC-181-26

Job locations

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities/Duties

1. Dispense and issue medicines from the Pharmacy Department includingextemporaneously prepared products, controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines, in accordance with the policies, procedures and safe systems of work, which prevail in the department at the time.2. Order and supply pharmaceuticals as part of the ward stock top-up service.3. Load medicines received into the automated dispensing machine.4. Answer basic reception queries within area of competence and refer to senior assistant / other pharmacy staff member as required.5. Input data into the Pharmacy computer system to ensure that all appropriate records are made and kept up to date.6. Receive medicines into the Pharmacy Department and ensure that thedocumentation and computer entry is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.7. Investigate and resolve delivery discrepancies, liaising with invoicing staff, making appropriate records of all investigations and outcomes.8. Ensure that all pharmaceutical preparations are stored appropriately.9. Rotate stock at the point of good receipt.10. Deal with routine enquiries.11. Ensure that all unused medicines (if appropriate) returned to the pharmacy are recycled in accordance with the safe systems of work and always participate in the safe disposal of medicines in accordance with departmental procedures.12. Manually handle IV fluids, bulk feed deliveries and manoeuvre cages and tote boxes for delivery toward/departments, outside clinics13. Deliver medicines to ward and departments as required.14. Deal with frequent interruptions e.g., telephone enquires from internal and external customers.15. Fix the robot when basic errors occur.16. Participate in daily stock count17. Issue medicines which are on To-Follows list.18. Participate in development and project work in line with the objectives of the Trust and Pharmacy Directorate19. Deal with ad hoc stock requests as they arise (by telephone or portal) from wards/departments and outside clinics. These may be urgent and will need to be prioritised appropriately.20. Supply emergency orders21. Together with other members of staff to ensure that procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and that other pertinent recommendations and standards are complied with.22. Participate and co-operate in weekend, Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, early morning, and evening services as per departmental arrangements. This may be subject to change to meet the needs of our patients.23. Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with this role as required.24. Work across site where required.25. The post holder will be expected to adapt to changes that may occur, which may affect the current practices within the Pharmacy Department, such as the introduction of new equipment, procedures, policies, and hours of working.

See Job Description attached for further information.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities/Duties 1. Dispense and issue medicines from the Pharmacy Department includingextemporaneously prepared products, controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines, in accordance with the policies, procedures and safe systems of work, which prevail in the department at the time.2. Order and supply pharmaceuticals as part of the ward stock top-up service.3. Load medicines received into the automated dispensing machine.4. Answer basic reception queries within area of competence and refer to senior assistant / other pharmacy staff member as required.5. Input data into the Pharmacy computer system to ensure that all appropriate records are made and kept up to date.6. Receive medicines into the Pharmacy Department and ensure that thedocumentation and computer entry is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.7. Investigate and resolve delivery discrepancies, liaising with invoicing staff, making appropriate records of all investigations and outcomes.8. Ensure that all pharmaceutical preparations are stored appropriately.9. Rotate stock at the point of good receipt.10. Deal with routine enquiries.11. Ensure that all unused medicines (if appropriate) returned to the pharmacy are recycled in accordance with the safe systems of work and always participate in the safe disposal of medicines in accordance with departmental procedures.12. Manually handle IV fluids, bulk feed deliveries and manoeuvre cages and tote boxes for delivery toward/departments, outside clinics13. Deliver medicines to ward and departments as required.14. Deal with frequent interruptions e.g., telephone enquires from internal and external customers.15. Fix the robot when basic errors occur.16. Participate in daily stock count17. Issue medicines which are on To-Follows list.18. Participate in development and project work in line with the objectives of the Trust and Pharmacy Directorate19. Deal with ad hoc stock requests as they arise (by telephone or portal) from wards/departments and outside clinics. These may be urgent and will need to be prioritised appropriately.20. Supply emergency orders21. Together with other members of staff to ensure that procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and that other pertinent recommendations and standards are complied with.22. Participate and co-operate in weekend, Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, early morning, and evening services as per departmental arrangements. This may be subject to change to meet the needs of our patients.23. Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with this role as required.24. Work across site where required.25. The post holder will be expected to adapt to changes that may occur, which may affect the current practices within the Pharmacy Department, such as the introduction of new equipment, procedures, policies, and hours of working. See Job Description attached for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent such as functional skills

Desirable

• Relevant NVQ 2

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working in Healthcare Environment
• Experience of stock rotation
• Experience of working in stores and distribution

Skills

Essential

• Good written communication skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
• Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload

Desirable

• Standard keyboard/IT skills

Other

Essential

• Enthusiasm for the position
• Interest in pharmacy service provision
• Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
• Proactive
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
• Willingness to learn
• Commitment to work
• Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas

Desirable

• Positive impact on morale

Knowledge

Essential

• Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent such as functional skills Desirable Relevant NVQ 2 Experience Desirable Experience working in Healthcare Environment Experience of stock rotation Experience of working in stores and distribution Skills Essential Good written communication skills Good verbal communication skills Ability to work in a busy environment Ability to work alone or as part of a team Methodical with attention to detail Ability to adapt to change Ability to show initiative and work efficiently Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload Desirable Standard keyboard/IT skills Other Essential Enthusiasm for the position Interest in pharmacy service provision Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service Proactive Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff Willingness to learn Commitment to work Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas Desirable Positive impact on morale Knowledge Essential Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

22.5 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to play a key role in the development, optimisation and maintenance of our Electronic Prescribing Systems and Pharmacy IT systems.

We are seeking a highly motivated, committed and dedicated individual who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

As digital innovation continues to be a key priority across the NHS, this role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of enhancing electronic systems to improve patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

If you are passionate about technology, medicines optimisation and improving patient care through digital transformation, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Amanda Morris [email protected]

Lianne Riley [email protected]

Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship may not be possible depending on working hours.

This is correct at the time of posting, but subject to change in line with the guidance from the Home Office.

Main duties of the job

Working collaboratively across professional groups, the post holder will use their pharmacy technician expertise to support system improvements that enhance patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

The role will be responsible for:

Leading and supporting the ongoing development, maintenance and optimisation of Electronic Prescribing and Pharmacy IT systems.

Providing expert pharmacy technician advice to support the safe and effective use of electronic prescribing systems across the Trust.

Supporting the implementation of electronic systems and digital projects in line with Trust programme plans.

Managing and maintaining electronic formularies, working closely with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), local networks and governance groups to support evidence-based formulary decisions.

Analysing prescribing trends, medicines usage and complex prescribing data to inform service improvement, governance and decision-making.

Producing and presenting reports on medicines usage, system performance, activity and costs to a range of stakeholders.

Identifying opportunities to maximise the use of digital technology to improve efficiency, medicines optimisation and patient safety across pharmacy services.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-QA01522

Job locations

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS:

The postholder will:

Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams.

Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans.

Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented.

Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust.

Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system.

Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA.

Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate.

To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems.

1.1Care/service/function provision:

Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely.

Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes.

Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions

Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information.

Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions.

To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems

To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes

1.2 Working as part of a Team:

Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems.

Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives.

Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary.

Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence.

Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light.

Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s).

Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.

1.3 Managing Self:

To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams

Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems.

Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.

1.4 Management Supervision and Support:

Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services

Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff.

Support the training and development of others.

Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups.

Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members

Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.

1.5Financial Responsibility:

Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group.

• Preparation of reports for costing and usage.

Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Approval of e-expenses for direct reports

1.6 Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

• We put the person first and in the centre
• We know that families and carers matter
• We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
• We improve and aim to be outstanding
• We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

1.7. Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities KEY RESULT AREAS: The postholder will: Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams. Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans. Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented. Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes. Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust. Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system. Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA. Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate. To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems. 1.1Care/service/function provision: Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely. Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes. Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information. Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions. To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes1.2 Working as part of a Team: Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems. Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives. Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary. Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence. Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light. Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s). Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.1.3 Managing Self: To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems. Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.1.4 Management Supervision and Support: Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff. Support the training and development of others. Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups. Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.1.5Financial Responsibility: Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group. Preparation of reports for costing and usage. Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes. Approval of e-expenses for direct reports1.6 Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow 1.7. Safeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician.
• Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in:
• Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation).
• Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH.
• Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

• NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status
• NVQ Internal verifier status.
• Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies.
• Recent IT qualification/ training.
• CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment.
• Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes.
• Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems.
• Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems.
• Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans.
• Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas.
• Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing.

Desirable

• Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations
• Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix
• Previous experience of delivering training.
• Experienced in the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects.
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification.
• NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent.
• Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc.
• Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent).
• OR to undertake within first year.
• OR
• IM&T qualification at equivalent level.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary.
• Ability to produce both written and data reports.
• Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Ability to manage information systems.
• Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent IT skills.

Desirable

• Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment.
• Able to use initiative.
• Team player with effective leadership skills.
• Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations.
• Excellent organisational ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Aptitude to learn new skills.
• Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process.
• Ability to work in a secure forensic setting.
• Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment.
• Commitment to CPD.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

Person Specification Training Essential Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician. Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in: Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation). Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH. Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium. Willingness to undertake further training. Desirable NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status NVQ Internal verifier status. Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies. Recent IT qualification/ training. CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Experience Essential Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment. Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes. Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems. Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems. Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans. Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine. Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas. Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing. Desirable Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix Previous experience of delivering training. Experienced in the supply of Clozapine. Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects. Experience of working in a mental health setting. Qualifications Essential Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification. NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent. Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc. Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent). OR to undertake within first year. OR IM&T qualification at equivalent level. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary. Ability to produce both written and data reports. Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines. Ability to manage information systems. Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively. Team player. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Excellent IT skills. Desirable Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications. Personal Attributes Essential Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment. Able to use initiative. Team player with effective leadership skills. Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations. Excellent organisational ability. Attention to detail. Aptitude to learn new skills. Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process. Ability to work in a secure forensic setting. Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment. Commitment to CPD. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. Desirable Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated, skilled Band 6 Radiographer to work within our team at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Aintree University Hospital and the North Liverpool Community sites (St Chads, Litherland town hall and Kenilworth Road).

The successful candidate willwork independently producing radiographic images of the highest diagnostic quality with the minimum radiation dose to patients and staff whilst maintaining excellent standards to patient care.

You will be capable of supervising and supporting a team of radiographers, imaging assistants, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and radiographer apprentices offering advice and supervision to less experienced staff.

Participation in the community shift rota is essential.

Main duties of the job

General first line supervision of radiographic work within the Radiology Department.

Tuition of the Radiographic students in Radiographic imaging and Interpretation.

Supervision and coordination of the clinical team, performing imaging examinations at a consistently high technical and professional standard.

Support the Band 7 Lead Radiographers for taking responsibility for the day to day activity within the x-ray department.

Assist with & support development of Band 5 Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners ensuring compliance with department protocols and procedures.

Ensuring QA, preventative maintenance and breakdown is completed and records are maintained.

Involvement in Audit, Research and Presentations.

Maintain correct patient records and statutory radiation records.

Ensure that the code of Practice for Radiation Safety, as drawn up in the Local Rules, is observed at all times, and report any breaches or problems concerning these rules to the Senior RPS / RPA.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-DTC-207-26

Job locations

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in radiographic standards and patient care

Undertake complex decisions by assessing patient records and referral information to inform clinical practice by selecting the correct imaging intervention from a range of possibilities to facilitate optimisation.Effectively communicate with other trust staff including support staff; professional colleagues; managers and consultant staff to ensure the appropriateness of imaging procedures in relation to the patients conditionTo provide specialist advice to junior staff /colleagues and act as a role model and to play an active role in maintaining and improving staff morale across all staff groupsDeputise for the Principal Radiographer when required.

Effectively and fairly allocate tasks to members of the team in order to successfully manage the workload of the area in which they are working.To explain procedures to patients in order to facilitate their full understanding and cooperation throughout the examination.To develop a good working knowledge of the functionality of all appropriate equipment within the department and ensure that competency frameworks are completed for all imaging equipment and reviewed annually

To follow the statutory Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulation (IR(ME)R) procedures, and undertake the duties of an IR(ME)R Operator. These duties ensure that practical tasks that may influence patient radiation dose or image quality are carried out correctly according to the documented procedures

To ensure that imaging requests are clear and appropriate as dictated by the Royal College of Radiologists guidelines and take appropriate action if they fail to meet the guidelines and provide guidance for more junior staff as required.

To use computerised and manual methods of documentation to provide accurate imaging patient records and ensuring the requirements of the Data Protection Act are complied with when handling patient information

To counsel and mentor staff to promote welfare and knowledge of roles

To provide indirect supervision for band 5 radiographers and direct supervision for assistant practitioners and to assist in their personal development.

To provide supervision and training of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and imaging assistants when required, including undertaking student assessments as required.

To regularly access personal Trust email account as this is a common mechanism of communication across the Trust.

To log a datix incident form when things go wrong or if there is a near miss event. Provide witness statements to support incident investigation.

Ensure that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fitting or fabric are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons.Please see job description and personal specification for further details .

Job description Job responsibilities To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in radiographic standards and patient care Undertake complex decisions by assessing patient records and referral information to inform clinical practice by selecting the correct imaging intervention from a range of possibilities to facilitate optimisation.Effectively communicate with other trust staff including support staff; professional colleagues; managers and consultant staff to ensure the appropriateness of imaging procedures in relation to the patients conditionTo provide specialist advice to junior staff /colleagues and act as a role model and to play an active role in maintaining and improving staff morale across all staff groupsDeputise for the Principal Radiographer when required. Effectively and fairly allocate tasks to members of the team in order to successfully manage the workload of the area in which they are working.To explain procedures to patients in order to facilitate their full understanding and cooperation throughout the examination.To develop a good working knowledge of the functionality of all appropriate equipment within the department and ensure that competency frameworks are completed for all imaging equipment and reviewed annually To follow the statutory Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulation (IR(ME)R) procedures, and undertake the duties of an IR(ME)R Operator. These duties ensure that practical tasks that may influence patient radiation dose or image quality are carried out correctly according to the documented procedures To ensure that imaging requests are clear and appropriate as dictated by the Royal College of Radiologists guidelines and take appropriate action if they fail to meet the guidelines and provide guidance for more junior staff as required. To use computerised and manual methods of documentation to provide accurate imaging patient records and ensuring the requirements of the Data Protection Act are complied with when handling patient information To counsel and mentor staff to promote welfare and knowledge of roles To provide indirect supervision for band 5 radiographers and direct supervision for assistant practitioners and to assist in their personal development. To provide supervision and training of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and imaging assistants when required, including undertaking student assessments as required. To regularly access personal Trust email account as this is a common mechanism of communication across the Trust. To log a datix incident form when things go wrong or if there is a near miss event. Provide witness statements to support incident investigation. Ensure that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fitting or fabric are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons.Please see job description and personal specification for further details .

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Degree in Radiography
• HCPC registration

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Radiology Information system
• Understanding of Picture Archive Computerised System

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post-graduation experience an element of which in an acute hospital
• Staff supervision
• Participated in emergency single handed out of hours duties

Skills

Essential

• Communication and interpersonal
• Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team
• Organisational skills
• Schedule own workload and run an x-ray room
• Participated in red dot scheme to identify small abnormalities in static images, advise medical staff appropriately

Other

Essential

• Satisfactory CPD portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal development

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or Degree in Radiography HCPC registration Knowledge Essential Understanding of Radiology Information system Understanding of Picture Archive Computerised System Experience Essential Demonstrable post-graduation experience an element of which in an acute hospital Staff supervision Participated in emergency single handed out of hours duties Skills Essential Communication and interpersonal Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team Organisational skills Schedule own workload and run an x-ray room Participated in red dot scheme to identify small abnormalities in static images, advise medical staff appropriately Other Essential Satisfactory CPD portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Vernova Healthcare's Ultrasound Service is a busy and dynamic department dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred, non-obstetric ultrasound care. We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable bank staff to join our friendly and supportive team, assisting sonographers across multiple sites. Candidates must be able to travel independently between multiple sites as required to meet the needs of the service.

Work Schedule

Predominantly Wednesday and Thursday 08.30-17.30 with some flexibility required.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Care Assistance
• Verify patient identification against referrals.
• Prepare patients for their examinations.
• Support sonographers during and between scans, including acting as a chaperone.
• Assist in maintaining appointment schedules.

1. Effective Communication
• Foster seamless interactions to ensure smooth operations and quality patient experiences.

1. Safety and Hygiene
• Maintain a clean and safe scanning environment.
• Adhere to infection control practices.
• Follow established procedures, protocols, and guidelines.

1. Administrative and Clerical Tasks
• Use the Computerised Radiology Information System (CRIS) for patient documentation.
• Manage and upload images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

About us

Vernova Healthcare CIC is a Social Enterprise healthcare service provider owned by GPs in East Cheshire. As a community interest company (CIC) it operates on a strictly not-for- profit basis, and any surpluses from services provided must be re-invested for the benefit of the people of East Cheshire.

Vernova is an employing authority for the NHS Pension Scheme. We offer a supportive and pleasant working environment and offer an attractive hourly rate of pay.

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should sufficiently numbers of applications be received. We would therefore encourage early submission of applications.

Job summary

Imagine working in a multi-disciplinary team whose shared vision is optimising independence.

Are you a person who enjoys working with people and is an excellent communicator? Are you looking for an opportunity to be involved with a forward thinking team comprising of people who care passionately about a good patient experience and enabling recovery? Do you have a good knowledge of benefits, local resources or accommodation services? Are you the kind of person who enjoys challenges, learning and developing you skills?

If so we have a rare opportunity to recruit an occupational therapy assistant to join our team in the Mental Health Unit with Chorley Hospital. The successful candidate will work within the occupational therapy service alongside a strong multidisciplinary team helping people with acute mental health issues to achieve a successful and timely discharge from hospital. We are looking for someone with a compassionate nature who can communicate successfully with people who have different abilities and presentations. They will be a team-player who can undertake some duties independently and at times act upon their own initiative. Knowledge of social inclusion would be an advantage alongside being able to work to effectively and have excellent workload management skills. Experience of leading groups and working individually with people and using activity to help promote independence would also be a desirable ability.

Main duties of the job

The occupational therapy team consists of qualified occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants and health and wellbeing workers all of who focus on enabling patients to achieve optimum independence as part of recovering their ordinary lives. The senior staff offer regular clinical, professional and line management supervision as well as opportunities to attend internal and external training. The successful candidate will be working with a friendly team in a brand new clinical environment and have access to good facilities and support from managers.

If you feel you have a genuine caring nature, enjoy challenges and are enthusiastic about providing the best possible service for people to live satisfying, independent lives we would be very keen to meet you.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our Clinical Trials (OHCT)Pharmacy Department at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT). The department manages Clinical Trials from early stage Phase I studies to Post license Phase IV studies; handling a range of molecules from Advanced Therapies to traditional formulations.The successful applicant will be working alongside a range of experienced leading researchers who run studies from our various researchplatforms.The post holder will be managing existing studies in line with Good Clinical Practice principles and working alongside our specialist set-up team delivering new studies.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will primarily focus on:

• Management of existing studies
• Managing Modifications
• Early stages feasibility
• Site Qualification support to the Sponsors
• Studies Set up
• Studies Initiation
• Studies maintenance, closing and archiving
• Dispensing and checking (ACPT if applicable)
• Invoicing

About us

The department has advanced capabilities and several years of experience in managing Clinical Trials from multinational Pharmaceuticalcompanies and non-commercial organisations. The Trust has a large portfolio of sponsored studies where Clinical Trials Pharmacy act as aSponsor Pharmacy.Our team are experienced in managing complex studies involving advanced therapies. The Trust, as part of its bigger organisational structure,provides an array of world class training for researchers and support departments. Our researchers collaborate and work along side with ouracademic and industrial partners.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inc HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

196-RD558E

Job locations

Guys Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As per the Job Description attached:

The successful applicant will primarily focus on:

• Management of existing studies
• Managing Modifications
• Early stages feasibility
• Site Qualification support to the Sponsors
• Studies Set up
• Studies Initiation
• Studies maintenance, closing and archiving
• Dispensing and checking (ACPT if applicable)
• Invoicing

Job description Job responsibilities As per the Job Description attached: The successful applicant will primarily focus on: Management of existing studies Managing Modifications Early stages feasibility Site Qualification support to the Sponsors Studies Set up Studies Initiation Studies maintenance, closing and archiving Dispensing and checking (ACPT if applicable) Invoicing

Person Specification

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

• Demonstrated ability to write and review SOPs
• Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver, and organise competency based training assessment

Desirable

• Experience working in Clinical Trials

Previous Experience

Essential

• Previous evaluated experience of delivering induction and competency-based training
• Previous evaluated experience of supervising staff and workload at site level on a day-to-day basis
• Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work

Desirable

• Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives
• GCP audit experience
• Work experience (post qualification) in hospital pharmacy
• Previous experience in the set up and delivery of Clinical Trials
• Previous experience of dealing with Clinical Trial amendments

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• QCF Pharmacy services Level 3 (NVQ level 3) plus an accredited underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent) or equivalent Pharmacy Technicians whom are qualified via other GPhC approved routes
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Working towards/completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT)

Desirable

• Clinical Trials specific training and qualifications
• GCP training

Person Specification Skills/Knowledge/Ability Essential Demonstrated ability to write and review SOPs Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver, and organise competency based training assessment Desirable Experience working in Clinical Trials Previous Experience Essential Previous evaluated experience of delivering induction and competency-based training Previous evaluated experience of supervising staff and workload at site level on a day-to-day basis Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work Desirable Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives GCP audit experience Work experience (post qualification) in hospital pharmacy Previous experience in the set up and delivery of Clinical Trials Previous experience of dealing with Clinical Trial amendments Education/Qualifications Essential QCF Pharmacy services Level 3 (NVQ level 3) plus an accredited underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent) or equivalent Pharmacy Technicians whom are qualified via other GPhC approved routes Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Working towards/completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT) Desirable Clinical Trials specific training and qualifications GCP training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guys Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guys Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to develop your clinical skills within a supportive community mental health team? Are you passionate about using your assessment, problem-solving and communication skills to deliver person-centred interventions that support recovery and promote independence for individuals with complex mental health needs?

We have an 12 month fixed term/secondment opportunity. Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapy post that is integral to our multi disciplinary team at the Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.

You will be contributing to the high quality assessment and treatment for people living with dementia , facilitating interventions and aiding diagnosistic processes.

Informal visits and/or phone contact to gain further information from the team manager/OT are very much welcomed.

Main duties of the job

To deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment interventions for an identified group of people/caseload.

To support core duties of the Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.The post holder will contribute to effective MDT working supporting people in the community living with dementia.

The post holder will complete assessments which support us in keeping people living at home for longer.

The post holder will support the running of group interventions.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

350-MHC8330200

Job locations

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for further information.In summary:

Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for service users living in the community, open to Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.

Demonstrate effective multidisciplinary and partnership working

Experience of advocating for peoples occupational needs

Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description for further information.In summary: Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for service users living in the community, open to Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley. Demonstrate effective multidisciplinary and partnership working Experience of advocating for peoples occupational needs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional OT qualification
• Current HPC registration

Desirable

• Fieldwork Educators certificate.
• Post graduate accredited study e.g. PSI, CBT, MSc in relevant health studies.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in relevant health settings
• Experience of Dementia specific assessment tools

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical experience, within mental health services

Knowledge

Essential

• Effective team working within a multi-agency framework
• Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
• Mental Health Act 1983
• Mental Capacity Act
• Demonstrate knowlegde of Safeguarding Adults

Desirable

• Wider range of statutory and non-statutory services.
• Risk management training

Skills

Essential

• Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Accurate Record keeping
• Flexible approach/ creative thinking
• IT skills

Desirable

• Effective leadership qualities.
• Presentation skills.
• Ability to network and influence decision making.
• Team Building skill.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant professional OT qualification Current HPC registration Desirable Fieldwork Educators certificate. Post graduate accredited study e.g. PSI, CBT, MSc in relevant health studies. Experience Essential Previous experience in relevant health settings Experience of Dementia specific assessment tools Desirable Post graduate clinical experience, within mental health services Knowledge Essential Effective team working within a multi-agency framework Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches Mental Health Act 1983 Mental Capacity Act Demonstrate knowlegde of Safeguarding Adults Desirable Wider range of statutory and non-statutory services. Risk management training Skills Essential Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively Ability to communicate in a variety of settings Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines Accurate Record keeping Flexible approach/ creative thinking IT skills Desirable Effective leadership qualities. Presentation skills. Ability to network and influence decision making. Team Building skill.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a team that will help you to develop and achieve your goals? Bury Liaison mental health is recruiting for a senior mental health liaison practitioner

You'll join an innovating team thriving to provide a high-quality service, ensuring patients receive a comprehensive assessment, onward referral and safety netted when the attend A&E in a mental health crisis, admitted on the wards or detained on S136.

Working in the LMHT you will receive all age referrals from A&E, hospital wards or section 136 from the police. Referrals will be assessed, and care planned for admission, discharge and signpost to services that can meet the needs of the individual. For service users presenting with symptoms of a severe and enduring illness, and/or risks to self or others, you will complete a comprehensive mental health assessment and risk assessment to ensure that risks are managed and on-going supported is provided.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities. this is not exhaustive? Work as part of the multi-disciplinary Mental Health Liaison team to deliver an effective and efficient response to referrals from the acute trust, providing clinical assessments and interventions focusing on relapse prevention, early discharge and improved quality of life for patients referred.? Be expected to undertake mental health assessments for people attending the Emergency Department, offering highly developed clinical and risk assessments and managements plans? Provide a service to the wards within the general hospital, assessing individualswith a range of complex physical and mental health needs. This would include both functional and organic illnesses of later life in addition to younger people? Provide support and training to acute hospital staff regarding recognising mental health conditions and appropriate management and onward referral pathways? Provide information and clinical support to police and ambulance staff in order to help them make appropriate pathway decisions? Provide support and care for individuals brought to an identified Place of Safety under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and co-ordinate the assessment process.

About us

Bury Liaison Mental Health is leading the way in delivering high quality, safe, effective and evidence based best practice assessments and support for patients in A&E and on medical wards. The team is currently working towards getting accredited by The Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network.

You will be joining a team of experience practitioners willing to support your learning and development needs, offering flexibility for work life balance and with a strong desire to maintain staff wellbeing.

Job summary

Band 6: £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata, per annum

Full-Time (37.5 hours)

Permanent Position

We are recruiting for a General Radiographer who wishes to join #TeamIOWNHS. You should share our passion and drive to ensure that our patients receive quality and compassionate care and work with us to ensure the Trust continues its journey towards "great people, great place".

HCPC Registration required along with recent experience ofworking in emergency NHS Trust environment

Main duties of the job

We are passionate about providing excellent CARE, which is why our values are Compassion, Accountable, Respect and Everyone counts. Our mission is to make sure that our community is at the heart of everything we do and that we hold our values across all our services.

We are committed to endorsing inclusion, diversity and multiculturalism throughout out services and as such, our procedures and policies ensure that applicants are always treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

Why not come and see for yourself the CARE we give to our patients and staff. Apply to be part of our team today.

About us

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust serves a population of approximately 150,000 residents, making the services we offer variable and personalised with a flexible approach to our service users.

Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an on-site day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire the Trust's beach hut in Ryde. We offer many flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

The isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem of the south coast off England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The Island offers an amazing coast line with beautiful countryside, year round events, festivals and award winning attractions.

Our 2024-2029 'Working Together, Improving Together' strategy sets out our objectives for the next 5 years, setting the framework for our collaboration to deliver our vision of working together to deliver excellence in care for our patients and communities.

Job summary

In this role, you'll be trusted to assess and manage patients with a range of urgent care needs, ensuring safe and timely treatment. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team while developing your practice through in-house competencies. What you'll do:

• Assess, examine and prioritise patients presenting with undiagnosed conditions
• Plan and deliver safe treatment, referring patients to specialist or emergency services when needed
• Work independently within your professional scope, using evidence-based clinical judgement
• Communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, carers and other health and care professionals
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to safe, effective service delivery

Main duties of the job

What we're looking for:

• A Nursing or Paramedic Science degree, or significant relevant experience, plus appropriate specialist training
• Professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council
• Experience in an acute or primary care setting and evidence of continuing professional development
• Strong communication, prioritisation and workload management skills, with a patient-focused approach

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate aboutpeopleand we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliverfirst-class healthcareto thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

As the 13thlargest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Pharmacist looking for a flexible bank opportunity where you can make a real difference to patient care?

Were looking for a Bank Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Southampton. Youll support the delivery of a high-quality clinical pharmacy service across inpatient, outpatient and day-patient services, helping to ensure medicines are used safely, effectively and appropriately.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with our multidisciplinary clinical teams, youll provide expert pharmaceutical advice and support throughout the patient journey. Youll review prescriptions, optimise medicines, counsel patients and carers, support discharge planning and provide dispensary cover. Youll also contribute to medicines governance, clinical audit, incident management, staff training and the continued development of safe and effective pharmacy services.

About us

Youll be a GPhC-registered Pharmacist with experience in a similar role and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Hospital experience would be advantageous.

Youll also bring:

• Strong communication and team-working skills
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to prioritise and remain calm under pressure
• Knowledge of the legal requirements surrounding the supply and storage of medicines and controlled drugs
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to continued professional development

Job summary

Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Diabetes

We are delighted that as part of our integration plans to work across organisational systems, that our Clinical Health Psychology Service continues to offer opportunities in partnership with our Acute Hospital Partners, at Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will join a large, supportive and enthusiastic Clinical Health Psychology team in Bedfordshire Community Health Services Directorate. This post will contribute to the delivery of improved treatment outcomes for patients with Diabetes, through the provision of specialist psychological assessment and intervention delivered as an integrated member of the Diabetes multidisciplinary teams. The posts holder will further develop the psychological skills and knowledge within the teams across the diabetes pathways from acute provision, out reaching with indirect work into the integrated diabetes community hubs. There will be opportunities to deliver training and provide clinical supervision and consultancy, and develop improved pathways with Eating Disorder Services and Mental Health Services alongside developing one's own leadership style and skills.

All candidates must be HCPC registered , be able to travel between sites and be passionate about clinical health psychology.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will provide the following integrated and embedded input to the multidisciplinary services for Diabetes:

• Take the lead in assessing the need for, and providing training and support in, psychological skills for the multidisciplinary teams delivering care
• Hold a small case load providing specialist individual and group psychological interventions
• Be accountable for their own professional practice in the delivery of a highly specialist clinical health psychology service
• Support and build competency in psychological practice and trauma informed care principals within the teams, by providing training, coaching, clinical supervision, consultation, mentorship and advice on matters related to psychological components of care
• Manage and clinically supervise the work of assistant and/or trainee psychologists/Clinical Associate Psychologists for whom the post-holder has professional responsibility within the services
• Supervise and support the psychological assessment and therapy provided by other relevant professional staff involved in the care of patients
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise delegated responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the post-holders areas of responsibility.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Psychologist to join our High Intensity User Team (HIUT).

The HIUT exists to identify frequent attenders to the Emergency Department (ED) at the Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel. To consider any unmet needs that may be increasing their attendance and seeks to ameliorate this unmet need. The post holder will work closely with the HIUT Nurse Team Manager and Clinical Psychologist. This small, supportive and well-regarded team is located within the wider Department of Psychological Medicine.

Our clients are some of the most marginalised service users, who may not easily fit into the current make-up of services. This means we use flexible, creative and person-centered approaches within the team, and ensures a stimulating working environment with lots of multi-agency working.

In your supporting statement, please answer the following questions:

• What experience do you have working with adults presenting in crisis services or adults with complex needs?
• What interests you about working in the Royal London Hospital High Intensity User Team?
• What post-graduate experience do you have with audit and service evaluation?

Main duties of the job

Supporting clinical interventions, and evaluating the service.

Collating data around people who present frequently to the ED and ensuring that the team receives this data in a timely manner.

Supporting ED staff in identifying people frequently attending A&E with:

• primary mental health problems secondary mental health problems as a result of persistent physical health conditions undetected but treatable psychological difficulty, for example, non-cardiac chest pain, MUS, breathlessness, panic and asthma. May involve teaching and delivering training.

Gathering service use history, mental health history and liaising with other professionals

Screen suitability of referrals

Complete outcome data regarding service use prior to work within HIUT and post discharge, for audit and service evaluation purposes.

Provide regular written reports on outcomes to a variety of stakeholders

Produce, coordinate and disseminate Multi agency coordinated plans.

Support qualified clinicians on joint visits

Complete supervised, low-level, structured clinical work under close supervision from the HIUT Clinical Psychologist.

Support the psychological work of others within the service and associated services through delivery of teaching, training, and advice about specific psychological interventions and assessments, as appropriate to experience and competence and as directed by senior staff.

Follow defined practices and procedures under the management of senior staff.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum Inc HCAs

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-TH8205055-A

Job locations

Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel road

London

E1 1BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full job details and resaponsibilties.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for full job details and resaponsibilties.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• oFirst degree in Psychology (2i or above), conferring graduate basis for registration as accredited by the BPS

Desirable

• oBreakaway Training
• oAttendance at specialist short courses (e.g. CBT for Psychosis) or other substantial clinically-focused training

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of clinical audit and research at undergraduate level.

Desirable

• oPostgraduate experience of working within an adult psychiatric/acute hospital inpatient setting
• oExperience of working with challenging behaviour.
• oExperience of conducting service related research
• oWork in a multi-cultural setting, including working with interpreters.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis.
• Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training.
• Skills in relevant psychological assessment and interventions that enable working as a pre-qualified practitioner with close clinical supervision.
• Skills in providing supporting teaching and training provided by psychologists or others to other professional groups.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• oSkills in conducting psychological assessment, formulation and low-intensity psychological interventions tailored to the formulation, under the supervision of the qualified psychologist
• oCommunication & Relationship skills: Able to provide & receive sensitive or contentious information in a highly emotive atmosphere. Strong skills in engagement and development of a therapeutic rapport.
• o Able to use skills of empathy to overcome barriers to understanding and acceptance. Able to confidently liaise with other professionals from a range of backgrounds and share formulations of high intensity use appropriately and with support of qualified colleagues
• oAnalytical & judgemental skills: Able to draw upon a specific theoretical knowledge and models to develop holistic formulations of the drivers of high intensity use of services, under clinical supervision.
• o Able to monitor and evaluate the outcomes of direct clinical work appropriately, through PROMS or qualitative feedback
• o Able to assess risk to self, other, and from others; including the HIUT-specific risk of iatrogenic harm; and to be able to seek qualified support responsively should urgent risk arise in the absence of the qualified psychologist

Desirable

• oCultural awareness: Aware of the potential impact of discrimination & disadvantage on mental health.
• oFlexibility: Able to be flexible and adapt approach according to need

Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential oFirst degree in Psychology (2i or above), conferring graduate basis for registration as accredited by the BPS Desirable oBreakaway Training oAttendance at specialist short courses (e.g. CBT for Psychosis) or other substantial clinically-focused training Experience Essential oExperience of clinical audit and research at undergraduate level. Desirable oPostgraduate experience of working within an adult psychiatric/acute hospital inpatient setting oExperience of working with challenging behaviour. oExperience of conducting service related research oWork in a multi-cultural setting, including working with interpreters. Knowledge and skills Essential Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis. Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training. Skills in relevant psychological assessment and interventions that enable working as a pre-qualified practitioner with close clinical supervision. Skills in providing supporting teaching and training provided by psychologists or others to other professional groups. Knowledge and Skills Essential oSkills in conducting psychological assessment, formulation and low-intensity psychological interventions tailored to the formulation, under the supervision of the qualified psychologist oCommunication & Relationship skills: Able to provide & receive sensitive or contentious information in a highly emotive atmosphere. Strong skills in engagement and development of a therapeutic rapport. o Able to use skills of empathy to overcome barriers to understanding and acceptance. Able to confidently liaise with other professionals from a range of backgrounds and share formulations of high intensity use appropriately and with support of qualified colleagues oAnalytical & judgemental skills: Able to draw upon a specific theoretical knowledge and models to develop holistic formulations of the drivers of high intensity use of services, under clinical supervision. o Able to monitor and evaluate the outcomes of direct clinical work appropriately, through PROMS or qualitative feedback o Able to assess risk to self, other, and from others; including the HIUT-specific risk of iatrogenic harm; and to be able to seek qualified support responsively should urgent risk arise in the absence of the qualified psychologist Desirable oCultural awareness: Aware of the potential impact of discrimination & disadvantage on mental health. oFlexibility: Able to be flexible and adapt approach according to need

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel road

London

E1 1BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel road

London

E1 1BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

EXCITING NEW POST

We are delighted to introduce a new static Physiotherapist opportunity within the Vale Community Resource Service (VCRS), supporting individuals with specialist neurorehabilitation needs in their own homes. Based in the Vale of Glamorgan, this role offers a rewarding opportunity within a beautiful coastal setting and a supportive team environment.

This post strengthens community neuro services and enhances patient-centred care closer to home. The role involves providing physiotherapy assessment and intervention for patients with neurological conditions such as stroke (CVA), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and other complex presentations. Working predominantly in patients' homes, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation to improve mobility, independence, and quality of life.

A key element of the role is developing neurorehabilitation expertise while supporting the wider team. You will help build confidence across VCRS in managing neurological patients through knowledge sharing, informal teaching, and contributing to workforce development.

Comprehensive training and development opportunities are available, including structured learning and support to develop advanced clinical skills. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated physiotherapist to grow clinically, contribute to service development, and make a meaningful difference within the community.

Main duties of the job

The Band 6 Community Neurological Physiotherapist role will focus on the assessment and treatment of patients within their own homes across the Vale of Glamorgan, delivering high-quality, patient-centred neurorehabilitation. The post holder will also support the in-reach service, ensuring timely specialist input to facilitate safe discharges and continuity of care from acute settings into the community across the Vale.

The role requires excellent communication skills and advanced rehabilitation expertise to manage patients with complex neurological conditions. The post holder will provide specialist neurological input across the Vale of Glamorgan within VCRS, including supporting the wider team through in-service training, clinical supervision, and guidance on complex cases.

In addition to clinical duties, the role will contribute to the education and development of students and staff, as well as supporting ongoing service improvement initiatives and the continued development of the neurological pathway within VCRS across the Vale. The post holder will work closely as part of a multidisciplinary team and in partnership with integrated Local Authority colleagues across the Vale of Glamorgan to ensure coordinated, holistic care for patients.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job summary

• Are you someone looking for a career in one of the UK's most respected mental health and learning disability trusts?
• Would you like to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference to peoples lives to enjoy a better future?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Occupational Therapist to join Haytor Ward at Torbay Hospital.

Your clinical work will involve taking a lead on working with service users with severe/complex mental health needs, using occupationally focussed evidence based assessment and skills to provide therapeutic interventions. You will be supported by onsite an Occupational Therapy Team Manager and part of this role will be to support junior members of the team. There are plenty of opportunities for professional development, and supporting the implementation of the VdT MoCA on the ward.

For further information please contact Liz Thomson, Occupational Therapy Team Manager, on 01803 396570 or [email protected]

Devon Partnership NHS Trust is growing as we establish ourselves us as one of the leading providers of mental health services in the country.

Working as part of Devon Partnership NHS Trust, you will make a difference to peoples lives from the moment you start.

Main duties of the job

• Assess and treat own specialist caseload of clients within identified settings
• Act as clinical OT within the inpatient services, ensuring effective planning and delivery of the service and manage a small team ensuring effective planning and delivery of the service
• To ensure supervision for all OT staff within the inpatient to ensure a high standard of client care.
• Contribute to the development of high quality occupational therapy services through the professional clinical governance frameworks including audit
• Provide professional advice and expertise to the urgent inpatient management team
• Report to the OT Manager on professional issues and Ward Manager on operational issues.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health & learning disability services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

Our values

We not only recruit employees based on their qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin the core values of our organisation. These values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Job summary

Our Medical Wards at St Peter's Hospital in Surrey are looking to recruit, compassionate, motivated and skilled Band 4 Nursing Associates to join the Medical Division.

We are seeking NMC registered Nursing Associates that are ready to work as part of the nursing and multidisciplinary team to provide high quality care for patients presenting with all kinds of medical needs.

We have opportunities across several wards including general medicine, respiratory, cardiology and elderly care.

You will practice under indirect supervision in all areas of the medical wards reflecting the values and principles of teamwork such as proper communication and escalation as a team member.

Following a period of development and assessment, you will contribute to the assessment, planning and implementation of individual care for assigned patients under agreed pathways ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.

There are opportunities for development

Please note, we are not able to provide sponsorship for this role

Main duties of the job

To implement and monitor patient care following nursing care plans and patient pathways, and reporting progress to registered practitioner/s. To ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment of patients and visitors to the department. Carrying out regular observations, proper documentation, identification of a deteriorating patient and following escalation procedures as identified in the patient pathways. Initiate basic life support for a collapsed patient until medical help arrives.

Assist with safe transfers of patients within the wards and other departments. Perform hospital transfer and handover of patient care for agreed patients. Provide clinical skills such as recording of 12 lead ECG, insertion of peripheral cannulation and venepuncture, female and male urinary catheterisation, minor wound dressings and oral medications

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• On-site Nurseries
• On-site staff cafes
• On-site parking
• Support in career development
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics

Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to come and work within the Darlington Crisis Resolution and Intensive Home Treatment Team. This post is to cover maternity leave for 12 months. Successful candidates will be offered the opportunity to work within our Darlington team at West Park Hospital.

We have a post available within our service and we are looking for passionate, skilled qualified clinicians to join us.

The team takes a recovery orientated, formulation driven approach which values shared decision making.

Nursing candidates must have 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework at the time of applying.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

The team operates over 24 hours, 7 days a week,12-hour shift pattern.This is a band 6 post open to registered nurses, occupational therapists and social workers with current relevant registration with the NMC, HCPC or SWE.

You will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team and there is ample opportunity to develop and enhance your existing clinical skills. You will receive regular supervision and there are good training opportunities.

As a member of the team, you will provide a service to those individuals who present with a mental health crisis who may require a period of crisis intervention as an alternative to admission. Applicants should be highly motivated, have the ability to act on own initiative and have sound assessment and written skills.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking for your next opportunity within a supportive, innovative and patient-focused team?

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated Advanced Practitioner Sonographer to join our friendly Ultrasound Department at Yeovil Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established service providing a comprehensive range of obstetric, gynaecological and general ultrasound examinations across both acute and community settings.

As an autonomous practitioner, you will undertake and report a wide variety of ultrasound investigations, delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support effective patient care and clinical decision-making.

The position is for 15 - 37.5 hours to be discussed with potential candidates at interview.

Main duties of the job

• Independently perform and report a broad range of ultrasound examinations including:
  • General abdominal ultrasound
  • Obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound
  • Foetal anomaly scanning
  • Nuchal translucency screening (training available if required)
  • Neonatal hip ultrasound
  • DVT, carotid, testicular and MSK examinations
• Provide expert diagnostic reports and recommendations to clinicians.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care, including in sensitive and complex situations.
• Support and mentor students, junior colleagues and multidisciplinary team members.
• Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Participate in weekend and Bank Holiday ultrasound services.

If you're an experienced Sonographer looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patients every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and be part of a team committed to delivering outstanding ultrasound services across Somerset.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

As a Team Coordinator, you will provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective administrative and secretarial support service to multidisciplinary teams. You will oversee day-to-day administrative processes, supervise administrative staff, coordinate workloads and support service delivery, ensuring high standards of customer service, communication and operational efficiency are maintained throughout the service.

This is a part time position. 18.75 hours per week.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will coordinate and supervise administrative support services, manage workloads, provide day-to-day support to administrative staff, organise meetings and produce minutes, maintain records and information systems, prepare reports and statistics, support managers and clinical teams, and ensure administrative processes are delivered efficiently, accurately and in line with Trust policies and procedures. The role requires excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and maintain effective working relationships across a range of services and professional groups.

About us

The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development.

There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers.

We also have a bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.

Applicants should be aware that individuals requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust only provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles(this does not include Healthcare Support Workers). This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Job summary

This post is for a full time Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Speech and Language Therapist who is keen to join our dynamic and friendly team providing Speech & Language Therapy services to children & young people in Gloucestershire.

The post offers an opportunity to work with early years and school aged children with a range of speech, language and communication needs. We work creatively with parents, settings and other professionals to provide appropriate intervention packages using a care aims framework.

The post holder will be responsible for assessing, treating, managing and prioritising a designated caseload of children with speech, language and communication needs in community clinics and mainstream schools. They will also be supporting universal and targeted provision pathways.

They will provide advice to parents and other professionals in order to support the needs of children with speech, language and communication difficulties in line with the Care Aims approach including agreeing outcomes with key adults supporting the children on the caseload.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5, the post holder will work under the close supervision of a clinical supervisor as well as be supported by their designated line manager:

• To independently assess, diagnose, plan and deliver an appropriate therapeutic service to children who have any type of speech and language / communication difficulty, working with the care aims framework.
• To analyse complex cases in order to inform decision making for case management, working within the care aims framework to design appropriate evidence based intervention to meet the needs of children aged 0 -19 referred to the SLT service.

• To provide advice, information, demonstration and training where necessary concerning specific strategies of intervention for the management of the child's communication difficulties.
• To provide timely reports to parents / carers and other professionals to ensure that the child's needs are appropriately identified.

• To contribute to Individual Education Plans, write EHC Plans to SEND Casework Officers in line with the SEND graduated pathway.

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

About us

We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working in a diverse range of services over 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to enable a welcoming workplace culture that builds and celebrates civility, inclusivity and diversity, while providing a sense of belonging and trust.

Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys and other engagement opportunities provide our people with lots of opportunity to tell us about their experiences of working with us. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues gave us their views. It was great to hear that:

• 72% of colleagues would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st for Provider Trusts in the South West region on this question.
• 76% would recommend the standard of care provided in our services if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West region.
• 81% said that care of patients and service users is the Trust's priority, compared with an average in comparable NHS Trusts in England of 64%.

This high-level overview shows we are in a healthy position, with higher scores than average for comparable organisations, alongside a great response rate, indicating good staff engagement. However, we also know we have plenty of room for improvement in many areas. To that end, we continue to prioritise and invest in our commitment to genuinely becoming a Great Place to Work with consistent top-quartile performance in the annual staff survey and Pulse surveys.

Job summary

We are currently seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated registered B6 Nurse to join a busy and well-respected Integrated Learning Disability Service, which covers the Lancashire locality. We are very pleased to be able to offer this role within the Lancaster and Morecambe locality (North Lancashire).

This is an exciting opportunity to gain wide-ranging experience of community services for people with learning disability. The Learning Disability Service strives to provide forward-thinking high-quality services, working in partnership with other agencies. In addition to working with people with learning disabilities, their families and carers we have a strong commitment to health promotion through service development and training initiatives. We are committed to helping our staff develop and you will be part of an enthusiastic and experienced team.

We are looking for a registered Nurse with an up-to-date knowledge of health policy for people with learning disabilities. Adaptability, good communication skills and self -motivation are essential. The successful applicant will be an experienced clinician with proven skills in working with people who have complex needs and challenging behaviour. You will also be able to demonstrate that your practice is evidence based and innovative.

The Community Learning Disability Team in The Bay is a friendly supportive multi-disciplinary team based across 3 sites; Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow.

Main duties of the job

We pride ourselves in our holistic approach to supporting the health needs of adults with learning disabilities and our drive for continuous service development across all professions. We meet monthly as a whole team alternating virtual and face to face meetings.

Willingness to travel is essential and applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

The Learning Disability Service strives to provide forward thinking high quality services, working in partnership with other agencies. In addition to working with people with learning disabilities and their families we have a strong commitment to public health, promotion of safeguarding and effective risk management through service development and training initiatives working within an enthusiastic and experienced team.

A Registered Nurse, with up to date knowledge, of health policy and legislation applicable to people with a learning disability and/or Autism. Adaptability, good communication skills and self-motivation are essential.

An experienced clinician with proven skills in working with people who have complex health needs and challenging behaviour and/or Autism, demonstrating practice is evidence based and innovative.

The post holder will be responsible for a defined caseload and supervision of other practitioners (registered and unregistered), to provide strong clinical leadership and supervision within the learning disability team.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well